LAX Leader

Jimmy Gomez, a member of the United States Congress representing California's 34th District, has recently focused his online commentary on economic disparities and policy critiques. Since his election in 2017, succeeding Xavier Becerra, Gomez has advocated for equality and economic fairness.

On April 7, 2025, Congressman Gomez addressed wage disparities affecting Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander women, stating that for every dollar earned by white, non-Hispanic men, these groups earn only 83 cents. Gomez highlighted the broader implications of this wage gap, pointing out the financial strain it places on families. He has called for legislative action, urging for the passage of the Paycheck Fairness Act in order to close this wage gap. "For every $1 earned by white, non-Hispanic men, AANHPI women earn 83¢. Money lost to the wage gap means having less to support our families and use as a cushion for job loss and hard times. We must pass the Paycheck Fairness Act. #AANHPIEqualPay" (April 7, 2025).

In a subsequent tweet on the same day, Gomez directed his attention to economic concerns under the administration of Donald Trump. He expressed dissatisfaction with the economic outcomes and questioned Speaker Mike Johnson about promises made during Trump's tenure. Gomez criticized the administration's inability to lower the cost of living, as was anticipated. "Hey Mike, Trump wasn’t elected to tank the stock market and the economy. He was suppose to lower the cost of living on day one. What happened to that, Mr. Speaker @MikeJohnson? Working families want to know." (April 7, 2025).

Later that day, Gomez further criticized the economic downturn he referred to as "The Trump Slump," pinpointing its negative impact on Americans. He attributed the decline to tariffs implemented by the Trump administration, suggesting that the former president is now avoiding accountability for these decisions. "The Trump Slump is hitting hard…and guess who’s feeling it? Everyday Americans. Trump knows his dumb tariffs are tanking the economy, and now he’s hiding out." (April 7, 2025).